About the role
Forest consultants work with advising and supporting forest owners to promote sustainable forestry. They often have a college education in forest science or similar. Forest consultants are important for balancing economic interests with environmental and social values.Responsibilities
Forest consultants are responsible for providing advice on forest management, planning of logging and reforestation. They assist in establishing forest management plans and can also be involved in certification processes. Their work contributes to achieving sustainable development of forest resources.Skills and tools
Forest consultants need good knowledge in forest management, biology, and ecology. They use GIS tools for mapping and planning as well as software for forest management plans. Communication skills and knowledge about legislation in forestry are also important. Common competencies demanded by employers are geografiskt informationssystem/gis, naturvård and förvaltningslagen.